Gold and Silver Reach Record Highs as Bitcoin Declines
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jan 26 2026
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Source: Coinmarketcap
- Market Sentiment Decline: Bitcoin saw an outflow of $1.09 billion last week, marking the largest weekly outflow since mid-November 2025, driven by renewed concerns over a potential US government shutdown, indicating that market sentiment has not yet recovered.
- Outflow Overview: According to Coinshares, cryptocurrency investment products experienced a total outflow of $1.73 billion last week, with Bitcoin and Ethereum facing outflows of $1.08 billion and $630 million respectively, reflecting a lack of investor confidence in the market.
- Regional Fund Flows: The US led with an outflow of $1.79 billion, followed by Sweden and the Netherlands with outflows of $11.1 million and $4.4 million, while Switzerland and Germany attracted inflows of $32.5 million and $19.1 million, respectively, showcasing a shift in investment focus.
- Altcoin Performance: Despite the significant outflows from Bitcoin and Ethereum, Solana attracted $17.1 million in inflows, indicating sustained interest in its potential and possibly setting the stage for future growth.
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About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
